The CORAN Summit 2024, presented by the Crude Oil Refinery-owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN), brought together the brightest minds and key stakeholders in the Nigerian oil and gas industry for an exclusive two-day event focused on transforming Nigeria into a net exporter of petroleum products.

With the theme: “Making Nigeria a Net Exporter of Petroleum Products”, the summit served as a platform to explore actionable strategies, cutting-edge technologies, and innovative financing models that will shape the future of the Nigerian refining industry.

What Happened

Nigerian Crude Oil Refining Gala Dinner – October 7th

The prestigious evening gala welcomed distinguished guests from across the petroleum industry. It was a night of networking, recognition, and celebration, spotlighting the achievements of key players and showcasing the opportunities within Nigeria’s refining sector.

CORAN Summit – October 8th

The one-day summit was packed with insightful keynote addresses, panel discussions, and technical sessions that addressed critical topics such as:

• Creating an Enabling Regulatory Framework
  How improved regulation can attract investments and streamline refinery operations.

• Deploying Modular Refineries in Strategic Locations
  Focused discussions on boosting regional refining capacity near crude production zones.

• Accessible Financing Opportunities for Refinery Projects
  Presentations by funding organizations on de-risked investment options.

• OEMs and EPC Collaborations
  Strengthening partnerships with global Original Equipment Manufacturers and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction companies.

• Positioning Nigeria for Global Competitiveness
  Strategies to make locally refined products compete favorably in the international market.